Washington, George, 1732-1799 to Robert Lewis
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08930 Author/Creator: Washington, George, 1732-1799 Place Written: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 29 April 1793 Pagination: 2 p. : docket ; 26.8 x 20.7 cm. Order a Copy
Gives to his nephew "The Land which was given to me by my Mother, or as Heir at law I am entitled I do," as a present. Describes the tract in Virginia. Also asks if "Major Harrison went to Mount Vernon as you expected" and about Harrison's intentions regarding his adjoining land. Signed "GWn." Lewis served as his uncle's private secretary.
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